Agenda and minutes

Cllr Evans declared an ‘other’ interest, in that he was providing assistance to local organisations in relation to the Foodie Friday events, including street traders selling food. 

RESOLVED:

That the minutes of the meeting held on 23 November 2023 be approved as a correct record.

A revised Street Trading Policy 2024-27 was presented to members, which has been prepared for consultation with traders and other consultees during the coming months.  Following this consultation, the Policy will be brought back to the Committee for consideration, prior to presentation to Full Council for formal adoption. 

RESOLVED:

1.    That a 12 week consultation period be granted, as agreed by Committee.

2.    That additional information be included within the Policy, prior to consultation, regarding matters such as recycling and use of single use plastics; and brief advice for groups evidencing charitable status.

The Committee considered an update in relation to the enforcement activity undertaken within the Licensing Section, in the period since the last meeting of the Committee.

The Officer advised that a new part-time Enforcement Officer has been welcomed to the Environmental Health Team.  He has already carried out work reminding taxi drivers to wear ID badges, making sure vehicles are cleaned and decals are displayed etc, working closely with drivers, and this work will continued

RESOLVED:

That a detailed breakdown be included within future reports regarding enforcement visits carried out within the period, including any trends or particular issues.